Alexander McKinstry
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Alexander McKinstry (March 7, 1822 ā October 9, 1879) was the third Lieutenant Governor of Alabama. A Republican, McKinstry served under Governor David P. Lewis of the same political party from 1872 to 1874.[2] He was the last Republican to serve as Lieutenant Governor until Steve Windom was sworn-in 125 years later.
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Alexander McKinstry | |
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3rd Lieutenant Governor of Alabama | |
In office November 17, 1872 ā November 24, 1874 | |
Governor | David P. Lewis |
Preceded by | Edward H. Moren |
Succeeded by | Robert F. Ligon |
Personal details | |
Born | (1822-03-07)March 7, 1822 Augusta, Georgia |
Died | October 9, 1879(1879-10-09) (aged 57) |
Resting place | Magnolia Cemetery[1] Mobile, Alabama |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse | Virginia Thompson Dade |
Military service | |
Allegiance | Confederate States of America |
Branch/service | Confederate States Army |
Rank | Colonel |
Unit | 32nd Regiment Alabama Infantry |
Battles/wars | American Civil War |
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